How To Prepare For M&A During The COVID-19 Recovery
Byond Webcast
An engaging panel discussion to identify the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on the mid-market M&A in 2020.
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Mid-Market M&A dealmaking is on hold as the economic shock of the COVID-19 pandemic hit executive and investor confidence. Global merger and acquisition activity in March has slumped 18% so far, with activity for the year down 8.8%. M&A deal flow in U.S. was outpacing last year’s activity until the outbreak of the virus reversed the trend in March.
There’s definitely a lot of anxiety on the part of sellers and a bit more caution on the part of buyers — there are some who are hitting the pause button to wait and see how the situation shakes out in a few months. Preparation is key for both buyers and sellers to achieve the synergies they are seeking.
Buyers remain flush with capital, so there will be some who continue to engage actively on opportunities, assuming the worst will be over in a few months. It is key for sellers to get as far as possible into a deal while maintaining positive cash flow to continue operations to the extent possible. If this passes in a few months, bankers will be able to pro-forma the disruption.
We expect much attention from investors and buyers on telehealth, tele-education, hand sanitizer manufacturers, PPE manufacturers, 3D printing and rapid prototyping services, and online communications and collaboration platform vendors. We also expect much attention on distressed niches across energy, hospitality, financial services, retail, food services, and other industries.
We discuss:
* M&A trends and opportunities during the COVID-19 crisis
* How your business can benefit from M&A in 2020
* Pros and cons of embarking now on an M&A transaction
* How M&A deal terms will change as a result of the COVID-19 crisis
* How to prepare to sell or buy a company during the COVID-19 recovery
Want to position your business to persevere through the COVID-19 recovery? Set up a free virtual appointment to discuss your current situation and identify ways we can help you.
About Byond
A business strategy consulting firm that helps executives and owners position their business for a merger or acquisition to persevere economic downturns.
About Shulman Rogers
A full service law firm with nearly 100 attorneys offering a range of corporate services including business planning, mergers and acquisitions, securities, employment, intellectual property, immigration, government contracting, tax, telecommunications, cybersecurity, corporate governance, as well as other areas to business clients in the Greater Washington DC metro area and Mid-Atlantic region.
Moderator
Laurie Wiggins
Chief Executive Officer, Byond
Laurie Wiggins, CEO at Byond, is a serial entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in business, technology and engineering. Dealing with the aftermath of failed transactions and integration efforts motivated her to establish Byond.
Panelists
Aaron Ghais
M&A Attorney, Shulman Rogers
Business owners, CEOs, and investors turn to Aaron Ghais when they need an attorney who can help them get a deal done, whether it’s buying, selling, or financing a business. Aaron specializes in representing mid-market companies that aspire to grow through acquisitions, while also helping business owners maximize value when they sell their companies.
Hector Del Castillo
Chief Product Officer, Byond
Middle market executives and owners come to Hector when they need help preparing their business for a merger, acquisition, or divestiture. He also helps investors determine the right business to add to their portfolio to achieve their desired rate of return.
If you want to prepare your company to persevere then thrive, set up an appointment with us to identify your specific business situation and show you how we can help you.
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